Director – Operations: Australian Submarine Agency ,(VN-0768322)

The role is to lead operations across our nuclear-powered submarine infrastructure programme. On a day-to-day basis you’ll oversee, coordinate and assure the delivery of complex facilities and services, align partners to schedule and quality, and manage communications and risk to ensure readiness for operation of the submarine shipyard facilities.

Narrative

About the Opportunity: The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is a historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. You’ll work at the centre of a whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver a cutting-edge program that will shape our economy and national security for decades to come. As Director Operations, you’ll oversee the Henderson Infrastructure Branch’s mission to ensure our build partners deliver an NPS-SY that meets exacting standards, while coordinating with Commonwealth entities and industry to align on regulatory, safety and statutory expectations.

Your team operates in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. You’ll bring a systems engineering mindset, strong governance, and clear communication to lead performance, risk management and assurance across complex infrastructure and facilities. We’re looking for people who are agile, collaborative and eager to contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime program that makes a real difference to Australia’s defence capability.

Duties (What You Will Do)

About You (Eligibility)

• Strong analytical ability; capable of quickly identifying gaps in needs against operational concepts.
• Experience in capability management and requirements development and compliance.
• Understanding of standards and a systems engineering approach to problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; leadership and teamwork skills.
• Security clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance.
• Background in project/sustainment management, engineering, construction or related commercial fields is valuable.

Important Information for Applicants

Important: jobs in australia for foreigners is a keyword included to ensure reach. The APS generally requires eligibility to work in Australia and the ability to obtain the necessary security clearances. This vacancy requires the ability to obtain and maintain Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance. If you are applying under RecruitAbility, you may disclose a disability for consideration in the assessment process. Please refer to the agency contact for eligibility specifics.

Direct Answer

Citizenship or visa status: The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (Negative Vetting Level 1). This typically implies Australian citizenship or eligible status under agency policy. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, please contact the advertising agency for clarification.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome a diverse range of applicants and are committed to an inclusive culture that respects safety and collaboration.

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